KLM Open 2014 finals

Review KLM Open 2014

Review winner

Paul Casey has become the winner of the KLM Open 2014. The Englishman played a fantastic tournament, equaling the course record (62) in the third round. The former world number three finished one stroke ahead of Simon Dyson.

Home favourite Joost Luiten took fifth place. The 2013 champion played an exciting tournament. He was leading the field after day 1, made a quadruple bogey on day 3, but got back in contention. Luiten just missed out on a second victory, but he gave his fans plenty to cheer for.

Robert-Jan Derksen said good bye to the Dutch home crowd in style. In his twentieth and final KLM Open, Derksen managed to record his best result, finishing eleventh. On his final hole Derksen received a standing ovation. A fitting tribute to a great player and a wonderful career.

Tournament

About the KLM Open

The KLM Open is part of the European Tour, Europe’s foremost professional golf circuit. The tournament was played on Dutch soil for the 95th time in 2014. In recent years prize money has risen to EUR 1.8 million, with the winner receiving EUR 300,000. Attracting 50,000 spectators, it is one of the best-attended tournaments on the European Tour.

For the eleven years in a row KLM has been the event’s lead sponsor. Together with partners Deloitte and ABN AMRO, KLM has elevated the KLM Open to an even higher plan in recent years. The tournament is among the most progressive professional sporting events in terms of the spectator experience, business relations/marketing, the use of new media and eco-friendliness. In 2012 the KLM Open was awarded the title of ‘most sustainable golf event in Europe’ for the second time.

The KLM Open will be held at the Kennemer Golf & Country Club in Zandvoort again in 2015. Paul Casey is the reigning champion.

Volunteers

Each year there is huge interest by golfers and non-golfers to help as a volunteer at the KLM Open. The number of applications outnumbers the available places. In 2014 an incredible 1400 volunteers played their part in the succes of the event.

Without the help of so many sports enthousiasts it would not be possible to organize a large scale event like the KLM Open. We thank all volunteers for their dedication and hope to see them back next year.

Lost & Found

Location

Kennemer Golf & Country Club

The Kennemer Golf & Country Club was established on 11 December 1910 in Santpoort and has been located in Zandvoort since 1928. The Kennemer was host to the Dutch Open for the 22nd time in 2014. In 2015 the KLM Open will also take place in Zandvoort.

COURSE

The Kennemer has 27 holes. During the KLM Open holes A1 t/m A9, B1 t/m B3 and C13 t/m C18 are played. In 2013 the links course was seventh in the rankings of the prestigious Golf World Top 100 Continental Europe.

Route

The KLM Open is easy to reach by public transport and by car. If you are travelling by car, a parking area has been set up at the Circuit Park Zandvoort. Buses will bring you to the entrance the golf course.

Players

KLM Open Champions

The KLM Open is one of the oldest and prestigious events on the European Tour. The event has a long history with great names among its winners. Past champions include great golfing heroes like Seve Ballesteros, Bernhard Langer, Payne Stewart, Lee Westwood and Martin Kaymer.

Seven Dutch golfers have managed to win the tournament. Most recently Maarten Lafeber in 2003 and Joost Luiten in 2013.

Joost Luiten

Born: 7 January 1986 Country: Netherlands Best KLM Open performance: Champion in 2013

KLM Open App

Download the official KLM Open app! The app is intuitive and easy to use, and can be downloaded for iPhone and Android. It provides lots of information on the holes and the players, as well as guiding you easily around the course, and you can share your experiences on Twitter.

Sport1 KLM Open radio

You can listen to Sport1 KLM Open Radio for the duration of the KLM Open. Listen live to the latest news from the course and interviews with the Dutch players and the tournament leaders. It also provides leader board updates, so you always know the current state of play.

Village

KLM Open village

The KLM Open Village offers golf and sports enthusiasts the ultimate experience in terms of sport, entertainment and lifestyle. The Village is right next door to the course and has a large terrace with restaurants, seating and a giant scoreboard screen, so you don’t miss any of the action. The KLM Open Village is also the setting for Expo and the KLM Open Golf Academy.

Expo The Expo in the KLM Open Village is the Netherlands’ largest golf trade fair. With more than 50 exhibitors it has everything you could wish for in the fields of golf, fashion, lifestyle, travel, holiday accommodation and much more. Check again soon for a full list of participating exhibitors.

KLM Open Birdie restaurant

Want to make a day of it? Treat your friends, family, clients or colleagues to lunch or dinner at the KLM Open Birdie Restaurant, located in the Village.

The Players Bar The circular Players Bar is situated in the middle of the KLM Open Village terrace. After the day’s play, the enjoyment continues into the evening to the sounds of a DJ.

Food Court Healthy rolls, a refreshing salad or the renowned KLM burger and fries. The Food Court is the place for a time-out.

Mouton Cadet Wine BarWith Mouton Cadet as Official Supllier, the KLM Open offers all visitors the opportunity to taste the excellent and wide range of wines of this famous French brand. Go to the Mouton Cadet Wine Bar on the KLM Open Village terrace and taste all that Mouton Cadet has to offer.